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ANTICHOLINERGIC

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Anticholinergic.

Anticholinergic - as an adjective

Inhibiting or blocking the action of acetylcholine at a receptor site

Example: "Anticholinergic drugs"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
cholinergic19

Anticholinergic - as a noun

A substance that opposes or blocks the action of acetylcholine

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anticholinergic drug
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medicament17medication15medicinal drugmedicine13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Patients with overactive bladder may benefit from anticholinergic medications."
"The anticholinergic properties of certain medications can lead to constipation."
"The doctor prescribed an anticholinergic nasal spray to treat the patient's runny nose."
"Long-term use of anticholinergic drugs may increase the risk of cognitive decline."
"The anticholinergic properties of the medication help relax smooth muscles in the airways."
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Word Game Points

Is ANTICHOLINERGIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anticholinergic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ANTICHOLINERGIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is ANTICHOLINERGIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, anticholinergic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ANTICHOLINERGIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.

Is ANTICHOLINERGIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anticholinergic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ANTICHOLINERGIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.

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